Benn scored a pair of goals in the first period and then added an empty net goal to tie John Tavares for the league lead in points, but Benn wasn't done. Even though Nashville put their goaltender back in the net, Cody Eakin scored on a pass from Benn. The four point night gave Benn 87 points on the season, one more than the Islanders' Tavares.

Benn scored a pair of goals in the first period and then added an empty net goal to tie John Tavares for the league lead in points, but Benn wasn't done. Even though Nashville put their goaltender back in the net, Cody Eakin scored on a pass from Benn. The four point night gives Benn 87 points on the season, one more than the Islanders' Tavares.

Stars winger Jamie Benn didn't practice on Tuesday and is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Flames according to the Dallas Morning News. | 03/25/2015 12:18 PM

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Stars winger Jamie Benn didn't practice on Tuesday and is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Flames according to the Dallas Morning News.

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Impact

Coach Lindy Ruff said Benn was sore after Monday's game against Buffalo. He didn't get into specifics, but Benn did take some big hits in that game. He will likely be a game-time decision.

Stars winger Jamie Benn scored a goal and an assist to finish plus-one as the Stars beat the Flames, 2-1.

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Impact

Benn scored his ninth goal of the year exactly four minutes into the second period. He then assisted Trevor Daley's about eight minutes later. Benn has 19 assists to go with his nine goals this season.

Stars winger Jamie Benn recorded three points in Saturday's win over the Kings.

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Impact

Benn had two goals and an assist, along with four shots on goal, two penalty minutes, and a +2 rating. He currently has 19 points through 21 games, and will continue to be a must-start player everytime he takes the ice. Tyler Seguin also added two points (one goal, one assist), and he now has 26 points this season.

He also had three shots on goal, and now has five points on the season. Benn will continue to be an elite option at the left wing position.

Stars winger Jamie Benn was involved in all four of Dallas' goals on Tuesday against the Blue Jackets. | 10/14/2014 10:06 PM

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Stars winger Jamie Benn was involved in all four of Dallas' goals on Tuesday against the Blue Jackets.

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Impact

Benn scored the second goal of the game as Dallas jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the first six and a half minutes. Benn also had three assists, a plus-four rating, five penalty minutes and four shots on goal. Dallas won, 4-2.

A lot is expected of Dallas Stars winger Jamie Benn in 2014-15 after a 79-point season in 81 games last year. | 09/20/2014 11:43 AM

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A lot is expected of Dallas Stars winger Jamie Benn in 2014-15 after a 79-point season in 81 games last year.

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Impact

The 25-year-old benefited from Dallas' addition of Tyler Seguin and posted career-highs in goals, assists, plus/minus, PIM and shots. After a solid Team Canada performance we are projecting more personal records with 39 goals and 83 points.

Jamie Benn earns spot on First All-Star team | 06/26/2014 12:51 PM

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Jamie Benn became the first player from the Stars organization to earn a spot on the NHL's First All-Star team.

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Impact

His move back to left wing during the 2013-14 campaign was a successful one because of Dallas' acquisition of Tyler Seguin. Benn amassed a career high 34 goals and 79 points in 81 games. He also received his Olympic ring from Hockey Canada earlier this week.

Jamie Benn proves he was worthy of the 'C' | 05/05/2014 11:31 AM

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Jamie Benn proved over the course of the 2013-14 season that he was the right choice to captain the Dallas Stars.

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Impact

During the regular season, he set career bests in goals (34), assists (45) and points (79). Benn also helped Canada win a gold medal at the Winter Olympics, where he contributed despite originally being given a reduced role. He played very well during the Stars' first-round playoff loss to Anaheim, where he earned plenty of praise from the Ducks. "He's just a winner," coach Bruce Boudreau said. "He reminds me of those leaders like [Ryan] Getzlaf and [Jarome] Iginla that they'll not only play and do the right things, but they'll fight when they need to. And they do whatever it takes to win."

Benn scores in loss | 04/26/2014 3:16 AM

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Jamie Benn scored a shorthanded goal in Dallas' 6-2 loss to Anaheim in Game 5 of their first round playoff series.

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Impact

Benn was dominant in the first two periods. When he was on the ice at even strength, the Stars had 14 shot attempts and yielded one. In Benn's first three shifts of the third period, his line had zero shot attempts, was scored on once and his penalty led to a fourth power-play goal against and made it a four-goal game. Shawn Horcoff scored the other goal for Dallas.

Jamie Benn scores in win over Ducks | 04/23/2014 11:25 PM

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Jamie Benn potted his third goal of the postseason Wednesday as the Stars defeated Anaheim by a score of 4-2.

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Impact

Benn has carried his excellent regular season directly into the playoffs as he and line mate Tyler Seguin continue to make beautiful music together. Vernon Fiddler, Cody Eakin and Alex Goligoski all scored goals for Dallas in the victory.

Jamie Benn stays hot, scores GWG in Game 3 | 04/22/2014 9:31 AM

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Jamie Benn tallied the game-winning goal for Dallas in a 3-0 win against Anaheim in Game 3 Monday night.

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Impact

He got the Stars on the board late in the first period. The team added goals in the second (Valeri Nichushkin) and in the third (Ryan Garbutt) for their first win of the 2014 NHL playoffs. The Ducks lead the series 2-1 and Dallas will be looking to even it up on Wednesday. Benn has two goals and one helper in three postseason games. He has picked up at least one point in each of his last eight contests, dating back to the regular season.

Stars' Jamie Benn scores in playoff debut | 04/17/2014 12:06 PM

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Jamie Benn scored in his playoff debut Wednesday night.

Dallas Morning News

Impact

He got Dallas on the board in the second period, on the power play, after the Ducks jumped out to a 4-0 lead in Game 1. Benn finished the contest with five shots on goal.

Stars make Jamie Benn a healthy scratch | 04/13/2014 4:46 PM

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With their playoff spot already locked up, the Dallas Stars made various players healthy scratches, including top winger Jamie Benn.

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Impact

The Stars are facing the Phoenix Coyotes in a contest many expected would decide a postseason spot, but instead they get a chance to catch a break. It obviously hurts fantasy owners on what could be their own playoff-deciding days, especially since Benn is on a five-game point streak (four goals and four assists).

Jamie Benn gets ready for first playoff run | 04/13/2014 10:23 AM

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Jamie Benn will be going to the playoffs for the first time in his career.

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Impact

"It means a lot - every kid dreams of playing in the playoffs and trying to win the Stanley Cup," Jamie Benn said. "I believe we have a great group this year that can do some damage." Benn certainly did his part to push Dallas over the top in 2013-14 by scoring 34 goals and 79 points in 81 games. He might be a healthy scratch on Sunday to give him a breather before the postseason.

Jamie Benn could sit out Sunday v Phoenix | 04/12/2014 1:08 PM

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As Dallas has clinched a playoff berth, don't be surprised if Jamie Benn sits out Sunday's regular season finale against Phoenix.

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Impact

The Stars are likely to give Benn and Tyler Seguin the game off to rest for the playoffs. Chris Mueller was called up from Texas of the AHL and seems posied to play in place of one of Dallas star players.

Jamie Benn helps Dallas dust off Nashville | 04/09/2014 1:40 AM

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Jamie Benn notched his 34th goal of the season in the Stars' 3-2 shootout victory over Nashville on Tuesday night.

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Impact

Benn is riding a three game point streak, with five points over that span. He has 76 points in 79 games as the Stars hold a two-point lead on Phoenix with three games to go in the chase for the final playoff spot.

Jamie Benn nets goal No. 33 on Sunday | 04/07/2014 12:17 PM

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Jamie Benn potted his 33rd goal of 2013-14 in Sunday's loss to Florida.

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Impact

He opened the scoring in the contest, but the Stars blew a 2-0 lead in a 3-2 loss to the Panthers. Benn sits in a 10th-place tie in the NHL scoring race with 75 points in 78 games.

Jamie Benn reaches the 30-goal mark | 03/22/2014 6:17 PM

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Jamie Benn tallied his 30th goal of the 2013-14 campaign in Saturday's 3-1 win over Ottawa.

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Impact

It's the first time in his career that he's hit the 30-goal plateau. Benn also has a personal best 67 points this season in 70 contests. Jordie Benn registered two assists, while Cody Eakin and Trevor Daley had the Stars' other markers.

Jamie Benn scores twice in loss to Philly | 03/20/2014 10:52 PM

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Jamie Benn scored both Dallas goals in Thursday's 4-2 loss at the hands of the Flyers.

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Impact

The goals give Benn 29 on the season and bring his point total to 66 in 69 contests. Unsurprisingly, linemate Tyler Seguin picked up assists on each of Benn's goals and has now amassed 72 points of his own on the campaign.

Jamie Benn has 14 PIM on Sunday | 03/17/2014 9:04 AM

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Jamie Benn ended up with 14 penalty minutes on Sunday.

Dallas Morning News

Impact

With his team down 7-2, Benn took a roughing penalty at 11:07 of the third period. Not long after he got out of the sin bin, Benn was charged with holding and a misconduct. That's a rarity for Benn, who only had 40 penalty minutes in 66 games going into Sunday's contest.

Jamie Benn scores but Stars lose to Flames | 03/15/2014 12:00 AM

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Jamie Benn scored his 27th goal of the season, but could not light the lamp in the shootout as the Stars were downed 4-3 by the Flames on Friday night.

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Impact

Benn extended his points streak six games, to build his totals to 63 points through 66 games this season. The Olympic gold medalist has 13 points in eight games since his return from Sochi.

Jamie Benn scores in OT to beat St. Louis 3-2 | 03/11/2014 11:19 PM

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Jamie Benn tallied an assist and the overtime goal to drive the Stars past the league-leading Blues 3-2 Tuesday night.

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Impact

Benn has scored 26 goals and added 26 assists this season, totalling 62 points through 65 games. He is one point shy of matching his career high from 2011-2012.

Jamie Benn posts 3 points vs. sliding Canucks | 03/07/2014 9:57 AM

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Jamie Benn had a goal and two assists in Thursday's win over Vancouver.

Dallas Morning News

Impact

Benn had a strong showing for Canada at the Sochi Olympics and he's been great since returning to the Dallas Stars. He has two goals and six helpers in his last five games. Benn is quickly closing in on a career year offensively, as he's already racked up 59 points in 63 games.

Jamie Benn notches assist in Stars' loss | 03/04/2014 10:20 PM

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Jamie Benn pitched in an assist in the Stars' 4-2 loss to Columbus on Tuesday night.

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Impact

Benn now has a goal and six points in his previous five games. On the year, the 24 year-old has 56 points in 62 games.

Jamie Benn (illness) practices Friday | 02/28/2014 4:20 PM

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Jamie Benn took part in Friday's practice after missing a few shifts on Thursday.

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Impact

Benn wasn't feeling well, although he still had a goal and two assists in that game. "He had a little bit of illness. We expected him to stay off, but he came to us and said he wanted to skate," said Stars coach Lindy Ruff. He should be fine to play Saturday.

Jamie Benn dominant in win over Canes | 02/28/2014 12:25 AM

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Jamie Benn dominated Carolina Thursday as he racked up a goal and two assists in a 4-1 win Thursday night.

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Impact

Fresh off a successful Olympic tournament, Benn has carried the momentum back to North America. Tyler Seguin, Cody Eakin and Brenden Dillon all notched goals for Dallas in the win.

Jamie Benn hopes to land Stars a playoff spot | 02/27/2014 1:11 PM

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Jamie Benn feels confident coming out of his gold-medal victory at the 2014 Sochi Olympics.

Dallas Morning News

Impact

"I came out of there with confidence," Benn said. "I want to be a go-to guy and hopefully lead our team into the playoffs." He worked his way up the depth chart with Canada and scored two goals in six games. Benn has 51 points in 58 games this season and he's hoping to get into the playoffs for the first time in his career. The Stars are one point back of Vancouver for the last postseason wild card position and they have three games in hand.

Jamie Benn beats U.S. goalie Jonathan Quick | 02/21/2014 2:49 PM

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Jamie Benn scored the lone goal in Canada's 1-0 victory over the U.S. on Friday.

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Impact

Jay Bouwmeester assisted on Benn's marker. Canada had plenty of scoring chances, but the Americans certainly made it tough for them. Still, they got all they needed in order to advance to the gold medal game against Sweden on Sunday.

Jamie Benn scores in limited ice time vs. NOR | 02/13/2014 5:57 PM

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Jamie Benn scored in Canada's Olympic opener versus Norway.

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Impact

He had a goal on three shots despite seeing just 8:52 of ice time in the contest. That was the lowest total on the team. Benn knew his role would be reduced on Team Canada, but he managed to make the most of his limited action against Norway.

Jamie Benn OK with reduced role on Canada | 02/12/2014 11:46 AM

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Jamie Benn is OK with whatever role he gets for Team Canada during the Olympics.

Dallas Morning News

Impact

"I think I'm going to see a lot more of a PK role, checking line," Benn told NBC Sports. "I'll do whatever it takes to win." Several players in the tournament will have to adjust to seeing much less ice time than they would normally get with their NHL club teams. Benn has 22 goals and 51 points in 58 games this season, but he may end up serving as fourth-liner with Canada's Olympic squad.

Jamie Benn has an assist on Saturday | 02/09/2014 9:47 AM

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Jamie Benn has recorded at least a point in seven of his last nine games.

Dallas Morning News

Impact

Benn picked up an assist in the Stars' 2-1 win over Phoenix on Saturday. He's well on his way to setting new career-highs this season after recording 22 goals and 51 points in 58 games.

Jamie Benn extends goal streak to five games | 02/02/2014 12:41 AM

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Jamie Benn potted a goal for the Stars in their 2-0 win over the Ducks on Saturday night.

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Impact

It was of the empty-net variety, but it counts the same for Dallas and fantasy owners alike. The goal extended Benn's goal streak to five games, and he now has points in six straight, too. Benn has 22 goals and 50 points this season. Trevor Daley got the other goal for the Stars, while Rich Peverley and Cody Eakin chipped in with the assists.

Jamie Benn stretches point streak to 5 games | 01/31/2014 9:20 AM

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Jamie Benn tallied a goal in Thursday's 3-2 overtime loss to New Jersey.

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Impact

His 21st marker of the season extended his point streak to five straight games. Benn has recorded a goal in four consecutive contests and he has nine point over his current scoring spree. Unfortunately, he also took a penalty in overtime which led the the Devils' game winner.

Jamie Benn hits 20 goals in Monday's loss | 01/28/2014 8:11 AM

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Jamie Benn generated a goal and an assist in Dallas' 4-3 loss to Colorado on Monday night.

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Impact

The goal was his 20th of the season and it extended his point streak to four games. Benn has three markers and five assists during his current scoring spree to give him 48 points in 53 contests. He has reached the 20-goal plateau in four of his five NHL seasons. Benn recorded 12 tallies in 41 matches during the lockout-shortened campaign.

Jamie Benn strong season continues with goal | 01/25/2014 11:10 PM

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Jamie Benn scored for the Stars in their 3-0 win over the Penguins on Saturday night.

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Impact

The Canadian Olympian now has points in three straight games, with six in that span. Benn's 19 goals and 46 points have him on pace for 29 goals and 71 points on the season, which would be career highs. It's hard to believe Benn is still only 24 years old -- he's already a top-tier forward and has room to grow in his game. Sergei Gonchar and Rich Peverley netted the other markers. Ray Whitney, Kari Lehtonen, Alex Goligoski and Tyler Seguin had the assists.

Jamie Benn explodes in win over Leafs | 01/24/2014 12:05 AM

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Jamie Benn scored a goal and dished out three helpers for the Stars in a 7-1 win over Toronto Thursday night.

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Impact

Benn also registered a plus-4 rating in the winning effort while Valeri Nichushkin recorded two goals and a helper. Rich Peverley, Shawn Horcoff, Cody Eakin and Trevor Daley also chipped in with markers for Dallas.

"I'll take the blame. I had three (turnovers) in the first period and they scored on two of them," Benn said. "And when your leader and your captain is doing that, it's unacceptable, and I've definitely got to clean it up." He finished Monday's game with a minus-2 rating. Benn has 17 goals and 40 points in 49 matches this campaign.

No suspension of Stars' Jamie Benn | 01/19/2014 12:47 PM

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Jamie Benn will not be suspended for his elbow to the head of Minnesota's Matt Cooke.

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Impact

There is no hearing scheduled as the NHL deemed the hit to be a protective maneuver. No tears will be shed on behalf of Cooke. Jamie Benn owners can exhale now.

Jamie Benn scores in losing effort Thursday | 01/17/2014 12:59 AM

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Jamie Benn scored his 17th goal of the season, but it wasn't enough as the Stars dropped a 4-2 decision to Boston on Thursday night.

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Impact

Benn has recorded a solid 40 points in 47 games on the campaign, including three points in his last two. Erik Cole also found the back of the net in the defeat while Tyler Seguin drew assists on both Dallas markers.

His 16th tally of the season, which came just after the midway mark of the first period, held up as the game winner. Benn also had six shots in the match. The Dallas captain has amassed 39 points in 46 games this year.

Jamie Benn has gone cold of late | 01/13/2014 12:00 PM

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Jamie Benn has registered one point in his last five games.

Dallas Morning News

Impact

The Dallas captain has gone a bit cold after posting a five-game scoring streak. Benn has had some consistency issues after his torrid start to the 2013-14 campaign, but when he's on his game he has been a handful for the opposition to hold in check. Benn has compiled 37 points in 45 games and he was selected to Team Canada's Winter Olympic team last week.

Jamie Benn scores in loss to Islanders | 01/06/2014 10:10 PM

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Jamie Benn scored his 15th goal of the season in a 7-3 loss to the Islanders on Monday night.

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Impact

Benn's goal opened the scoring in the game and the Stars actually led 2-0 before the Islanders came to their senses. Erik Cole and Valeri Nichushkin also found the back of the net for Dallas in the losing effort.

Dallas charged with 17 giveaways in defeat | 01/05/2014 9:26 AM

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Jamie Benn pointed to the Dallas Stars' 17 giveaways as one of the key reasons they suffered a 5-1 loss to Detroit on Saturday.

Dallas Morning News

Impact

"That's a tough one to lose," Benn said. "Those [giveaway] stats are pretty accurate. You can't do that against a team like that. You turn the puck over against them, and they'll make you pay. That's what happened tonight." Giveaways have been a recurring problem for Dallas this season. They currently have the fifth highest total in the league with 417 giveaways in 41 games this season.

Jamie Benn produces 13th goal of 2013-14 | 12/29/2013 9:52 PM

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Jamie Benn scored his 13th goal of the season in the Dallas Stars' 3-2 OT loss to the St. Louis Blues on Sunday.

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Impact

Benn now has a three-game goal-scoring streak (also adding two assists in that time). Overall, he has 34 points in 38 contests. If he doesn't make Team Canada, he'll be on more than a few "snubbed" lists. He's a strong SOG source with 126 already this season.

Benn impressive in Dallas win | 12/24/2013 4:05 AM

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Jamie Benn had a Gordie Howe hat trick with a goal, two assists and a fight to lead Dallas to a 5-2 win against the Los Angeles Kings at Staples Center.

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Impact

Benn now has 11 goals and 21 assists in 36 games. Tyler Seguin also had a strong game with a goal and an assist, while Shawn Horcoff, Cody Eakin and rookie Valeri Nichushkin also scored for the Stars.

Jamie Benn relieved with goals and power play | 12/15/2013 9:31 AM

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Jamie Benn broke his 11-game goal drought by scoring twice in the Dallas Stars' 6-4 win against Winnipeg Saturday but he was particularly pleased that he scored twice on the power play.

Dallas Morning News

Impact

The Stars went into the game last in power-play success. "You just have to stay with it, and we did that," Benn said. "We knew we had been playing well, so we really didn't change anything. We just stayed focused and took advantage of the opportunities." Teammate Tyler Seguin said he was as excited to break Benn's goal slump as Benn was. "I think I got a monkey off my back, too," said Seguin, who had an assist on both goals. "It was nice to see. Sometimes they're just not going in, but he made some great shots tonight."

He has picked up four assists and racked up 42 shots during his goal slump. He's been getting plenty of chances, so it shouldn't be long before he gets back in the goal-scoring column.

Jamie Benn gets an assist vs Philadelphia | 12/08/2013 9:43 AM

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Jamie Benn had an assist in the Stars' 5-1 win over Philadelphia on Saturday.

Dallas Morning News

Impact

Benn has slowed down lately with just three assists in his last eight games, but we wouldn't read too much into that. It shouldn't be long before he gets on another hot streak.

Jamie Benn has been a little snakebitten | 12/02/2013 11:12 AM

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Jamie Benn has been getting his chances, but he's registered just two assists in his last six games.

Dallas Morning News

Impact

"Something's got to give. He's had too many great chances that aren't finding holes," coach Lindy Ruff said of the Dallas captain. "The fear is to start to press and the vision gets a little narrower and we don't see the people around us and we try too much one-on-one stuff. And he hasn't gotten to that point yet, but my fear is that he may." Benn hasn't picked up a point in his last three games, but he has amassed 16 shots. He has 24 points in 25 contests this season.

Jamie Benn, Seguin are clicking together | 11/17/2013 10:00 AM

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Jamie Benn feels he's getting more familiar with Tyler Seguin's game.

Dallas Morning News

Impact

The duo was certainly dominant on Thursday when they combined for an incredible 11 points in Dallas' 7-3 win over Calgary. Benn and Seguin are expected to play together for years to come and they should prove to be one of the top offensive pairings in the NHL.

Benn explodes with six points | 11/15/2013 3:17 AM

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Jamie Benn scored a goal and registered five assists to lead the Stars to a 7-3 victory over the Flames Thursday night.

Rotoworld.com

Impact

Benn didn't receive an invite to come to Calgary for Canada's Olympic orientation camp in August. But with Steven Stamkos of the Tampa Bay Lightning potentially sidelined due to a broken right leg suffered this week, Benn made his case for a spot on the Olympic team. Benn now has seven goals and 15 assists in 19 games with a plus-9 rating.

Jamie Benn has owned the Oilers in the past | 11/13/2013 8:59 AM

News

Jamie Benn and the Dallas Stars will visit Edmonton on Wednesday night.

Dallas Morning News

Impact

Benn has enjoyed plenty of success against the Oilers in the past. He has collected nine goals and six assists in 13 career games against them. Benn has been consistent offensively for the Stars this season, while producing 16 points in 17 contests.

Jamie Benn is working well with Tyler Seguin | 11/10/2013 8:17 AM

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Jamie Benn recorded his 10th assist of the season on Saturday.

Dallas Morning News

Impact

Benn also has six goals in 17 games this season. He's meshed well with Tyler Seguin so far and that bodes well for Benn's long-term fantasy value as the duo is likely to spend years primarily playing on the Stars' top line together.

Jamie Benn scores in win over Red Wings | 11/07/2013 11:43 PM

News

Jamie Benn scored a goal for Dallas in Thursday's 4-3 overtime win over the Red Wings.

Rotoworld.com

Impact

Benn is living up to his potential this season with 16 points in 17 games. Throw in a plus-5 rating, 51 shots on goal and seven penalty minutes and you've got a valuable fantasy asset. Cody Eakin, Shawn Horcoff and Rich Peverley also tallied for the Stars in the victory.

Jamie Benn moved back with Tyler Seguin | 11/03/2013 4:42 PM

News

Dallas Stars head coach Lindy Ruff said he moved Jamie Benn back with Tyler Seguin because Seguin struggled so badly in the faceoff circle.

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Impact

Seguin went a terrible 1-13 in faceoffs on Sunday while Benn went 5-4. Seguin and Benn owners are probably fine with this return-to-arrangement, anyway.

He put the Stars ahead 4-1 in the contest in the third period before a couple of late Sabres' markers made the score close and gave him the winner. Benn has been a consistent producer for Dallas in the early going with four goals and eight assists in 11 games this season.

The Stars captain extended his point streak to five games by scoring his first goals since Oct. 11. Benn has seven points during his current offensive spree.

Jamie Benn is on a three-game point streak | 10/20/2013 9:59 AM

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Jamie Benn recorded two assists in Dallas' 5-2 defeat on Saturday.

Dallas Morning News

Impact

Benn is now on a three-game point streak. He has a goal and eight points in seven contests this season.

Dallas' Benn, Seguin working on chemistry | 10/07/2013 10:57 AM

News

Jamie Benn and Tyler Seguin are still working on their chemistry with one another after Dallas' first two games of the season.

Dallas Morning News

Impact

Part of the adjustment is also getting used to their old positions again. Benn had been used at center prior to being switched back to the wing this year, while Seguin had been on the wing in Boston before the Stars put him back at center. "It's a learning experience," said Benn who has one assist in two contests. "You just have to go play games, and you learn something new every game. We both played these positions before, so it comes back quicker, but we still have to get to know each other." Benn and Seguin are viewed as the stars of the present and future for Dallas and they should continue to gel as they play more games. Don't be impatient by their sluggish starts.

Stars officially give the 'C' to Jamie Benn | 09/19/2013 3:28 PM

News

As reported earlier, Jamie Benn has been named the new captain of the Dallas Stars.

Dallas Morning News

Impact

The team confirmed the decision at a press conference Thursday. "I'm deeply humbled and honored to be named the captain of the Dallas Stars," said Benn. "I look forward to representing this organization, my teammates, our fans and this great city in our pursuit to bring another Stanley Cup to Dallas." Dallas has a great deal of faith in Benn and they have been impressed with his development on and off the ice. The Stars also announced that Stephane Robidas and Ray Whitney will serve as the club's alternate captains.

Report: Jamie Benn to be named Stars' captain | 09/19/2013 11:22 AM

News

Jamie Benn is expected to be named the next captain of the Dallas Stars Thursday at a press conference.

Dallas Morning News

Impact

The 24-year-old forward has 82 goals and 193 points in 263 career games so far. He's expected to take a significant step forward this season and the Stars are hoping that he can forge a strong duo with off-season acquisition Tyler Seguin.

Jamie Benn scores in preseason victory | 09/18/2013 11:32 PM

News

Jamie Benn scored a goal for the Stars in a 3-2 shootout win over Florida in preseason action Wednesday night.

Rotoworld.com

Impact

Cody Eakin also found the back of the net for the Stars while the goaltending duties were shared evenly between Kari Lehtonen and Christopher Nilstorp. Jacob Markstrom played the entire contest for the Panthers and turned away 28 of 30 shots in the process while the team received goals from Drew Shore and Scottie Upshall.

Jamie Benn excited about Stars' coming season | 09/07/2013 10:45 AM

News

Dallas Stars star Jamie Benn thinks off-season acquisitions such as coach Lindy Ruff and forward Tyler Seguin should help the team get over the hump.

Dallas Morning News

Impact

"It's been. . .such a busy summer for the Dallas Stars but I think the changes we've made have been made for the right reasons. Obviously, we've brought in Jim Nill who is an experienced guy," Benn said. "He knows that he needs for a hockey team to win. It starts with the coach and that's where Lindy comes in. We've got a lot of experience behind the bench now. He's a guy who's been to the Stanley Cup Finals and he knows what it takes to win. I think it's exciting for the Dallas Stars. As far as the players, we're excited about the new guys we got. We've still got a strong core around here. It's going to be an interesting season. Hopefully we can gel quickly." As far as switching positions, Benn is embracing the move from center to winger. "Back to wing. Yeah, I like left wing," he said. "It's my natural position I think. I'm sure you might see me at center a couple games."

Snubbed Jamie Benn still eyeing Team Canada | 08/10/2013 10:13 AM

News

While Jamie Benn was one of the more surprising exclusions from Team Canada's orientation camp roster, the Dallas Stars' high-scoring forward is still aiming to make the team in time for the Olympics.

Dallas Morning News

Impact

Benn said the snub has "given me the fire for the start of the [NHL] season. I want to be on that Olympic team. I'm going to have to go out in the first half of the season and make them want to pick me. I'm just going to have to have the best first half of the year I can have and make an impact for the Dallas Stars." International sport is important to Benn. More than that, it runs in the family. Benn won a gold medal at the 2009 world junior hockey championships and represented Canada in the 2012 IIHF world championships. Dad Randy Benn won gold medals in softball at the 1976 world championships in New Zealand and 1979 Pan American Games in Puerto Rico. "It's a totally different experience [than in club play] when you put on a national team jersey," Benn said. "It's a pretty special feeling to be representing your country."

Stars expect big things from Jamie Benn | 08/06/2013 11:00 AM

News

Jamie Benn should be much more comfortable at left wing in 2013-14.

Dallas Morning News

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He's expected to be an integral part of the team under new GM Jim Nill and new head coach Lindy Ruff. Tyler Seguin was acquired from Boston to serve as the team's top center and with Benn being shifted back to the wing there's a great deal of hope that the two of them will thrive in their natural positions. Benn could be the next captain of the Dallas Stars and he should be in store for an excellent season.

Olympic camp snub could motivate Jamie Benn | 07/23/2013 9:43 AM

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Jamie Benn was one of the more noteworthy exclusions from Team Canada's orientation camp roster.

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Benn's new coach, Lindy Ruff, will also serve as an assistant with Team Canada. "His name was definitely in all the talks," Ruff said, referring to Benn. "You can take that and let it motivate yourself. You can say I am going to use these three months and put myself on the map, and make them make a hard decision. The ball is in Jamie's court. He's going to have to outplay some players that are maybe ahead of him and use that as a tool to motivate himself. I'd like to put him in the best position possible to do that." Benn had 12 goals and 33 points in 41 games last season. It wouldn't be surprising if he got off to a hot start to the 2013-14 campaign, but he has an uphill battle ahead of him if he wants to make the team.

Stars' trade should place Jamie Benn at LW | 07/04/2013 5:47 PM

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The Stars' acquisition of Tyler Seguin should help the team facilitate Jamie Benn's transition to the wing.

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The right-handed Seguin and the left-handed Benn could make for interesting linemates next season. Dallas also got Rich Peverley in Thursday's monster seven-player trade and he will probably get the team's second-line center position.

Stars looking for center for Jamie Benn | 07/04/2013 7:16 AM

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The Dallas Stars will be looking to get a center in free agency or on the trade market in the off-season.

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The Stars new GM Jim Nill wants to move Jamie Benn back to left wing after he played center last season. Former head coach Glen Gulutzen thought that Benn was fine at center but Nill would rather have him on the wing. Benn is the star of the Stars and had 12 goals and 33 points in 41 points last season after a 26 goal, 63 point effort in 2011-12. He is worth looking at in the middle rounds of pools, but could be drafted higher if the Stars are able to get their hands on a top center to get him the puck.

After Alain Vigneault, who was clearly Dallas' top choice, removed his name from contention, the Stars will have to shift gears. Former Rangers coach John Tortorella could be in the mix now. Heika says the Stars might also wait until July 1 to see if Coyotes coach Dave Tippett stays. Texas Stars coach Willie Desjardins and Grand Rapids Griffins bench boss Jeff Blashill "will almost surely" be interviewed, too.

Report: Stars to talk to AHL's Jeff Blashill | 06/15/2013 10:18 PM

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The Stars will interview AHL coach Jeff Blashill of the Grand Rapids Griffins after the AHL Finals are complete, according to David Pagnotta of the Fourth Period.

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Blashill was an assistant coach with the Wings in 2011-12 and took over the head-coaching duties of their AHL affiliate in June of 2012. The Griffins had a 42-26-4 record in the regular season and hold a 3-2 lead in the AHL Finals.

Nill didn't say the candidates' names, but we know the Stars have already interviewed Dallas Eakins and Lindy Ruff. Nill said he plans to interview former Rangers coach John Tortorella, as well. While the coaching market seems to be heating up, the possibility of Penguins coach Dan Bylsma being available is a pretty big wild card. If Pittsburgh did decide to fire Bylsma, chances are he'd shoot to the top of every team's wish list. Stay tuned.

Stars return to Fort Worth for training camp | 06/10/2013 6:56 AM

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The Dallas Stars will conduct training camp in Fort Worth for the first time since their inaugural season in Texas in 1993.

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The Stars moved from Minnesota to the Lone Star State in 1993 and will return for a four day camp from September 11-14. "It's big for us to branch out there," Dallas star Jamie Benn said. "Me, personally, I haven't been [to Fort Worth] too many times, but I have been out there. It's very western." The Stars are trying to get new fans interested in hockey beyond the Dallas borders and Forth Worth is a good start.

Stars likely to keep Benn at center for now | 05/01/2013 5:22 PM

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Coach Glen Gulutzan believes the Stars will be just fine if they leave Jamie Benn at center and not shift him back to the wing.

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"Initially, I thought he was a better winger," Gulutzan admitted. "But watching this year, and especially the second half of this year, and we had some little heart-to-heart talks about bearing down at that position, and what I have seen from the back end is he certainly can play center. He's such a smart player, there's no question in my mind he can play that position and be one of the best at it. But it's a process. You can't just take a guy off the wing and stick him at center and say you're going to be a great center. But he's going to be." Benn said he will work on getting better at faceoffs and at playing in the defensive zone, which are very important aspects of the position.

Benn was getting daily injections for wrist | 05/01/2013 10:11 AM

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Now that the season's over, Stars coach Glen Gulutzan went into more detail about Jamie Benn's wrist injury.

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"Behind the scenes, [Benn] is getting an injection every day to just play, never mind play against the best players and score," Gulutzan said. "He couldn't shoot a puck for the last six weeks, so those are things that are starting to work themselves out. He battled, just like the rest of the guys with injuries, so I'm proud of that." Benn still managed to score 12 goals and 33 points in 41 games, although he did slow down a bit in April.

Jamie Benn finishes year with 33 points | 04/27/2013 9:50 PM

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Jamie Benn was a minus-two in Dallas' 3-0 loss to the Red Wings on Saturday night.

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Benn ends the season with 12 goals and 21 assists in 41 games. He remains one of the bright up-and-coming stars in the league, he just needs to be a little more consistent and be surrounded with some more talent to really take off.

Jamie Benn scores lone goal in loss | 04/26/2013 1:25 AM

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Jamie Benn was the only Dallas player to score a goal in a 3-1 loss to Columbus Thursday.

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Benn's power play marker in the second period was his 12th of the campaign and was assisted by Erik Cole and Ray Whitney. The Stars were officially eliminated from playoff contention with the loss.

Dallas Stars is must-win mode | 04/25/2013 10:10 AM

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The Dallas Stars need to beat Columbus on Thursday to stay in the hunt for a playoff spot.

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"Desperation, do or die," said Jamie Benn of the Stars' mindset. "There are still four [points] out there that we can get, and you never know what can happen." Even if Dallas wins both games, they will also need the Red Wings to lose both of their contests and for Columbus to get no more than one point in their final two games. In other words, the odds of the Stars making the playoffs are extremely thin.

Jamie Benn registers two points in win | 04/18/2013 11:46 PM

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Jamie Benn scored a goal and added an assist for the Stars in a 5-1 win over Vancouver.

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Cody Eakin matched Benn's line with a goal and an assist of his own while Ray Whitney, Vernon Fiddler and Erik Cole all tallied for Dallas in the win.

Benn has quietly put together a fine season with seven goals and 29 points in 35 games in 2013. Furthermore, he has been the Stars top offensive player since signing on early in the season. Look for Benn to have a big season in 2013-14.

Jamie Benn could improve without Jagr | 04/08/2013 7:15 AM

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Mike Heika of the Dallas News thinks that the play of Jamie Benn will be helped by the trade of Jaromir Jagr.

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Heika is not dissing Jagr, rather stating that Benn deferred to Jagr when they were on the ice and now that Jagr has been dealt to Boston, Benn will be able to play the Jamie Benn style of hockey. Benn is now playing with veteran Ray Whitney and that will help the young star as Whitney will get the puck to Benn and let him control the play. Look for Benn to have a big season in 2013-14.

Jamie Benn scores in losing effort vs. Kings | 03/31/2013 8:45 PM

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Jamie Benn found the back of the net for the Stars in a 3-2 loss to Los Angeles Sunday.

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Benn has now scored in back to back games and has picked up six points in his last four outings. Ray Whitney also registered his seventh marker of the season in the loss.

Benn, two others enjoy 2-point nights in win | 03/29/2013 11:29 PM

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Jamie Benn was one of three Stars to score and assist in the team's 5-3 win over the Wild on Friday night.

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Ray Whitney and Cody Eakin were the others who recorded a goal and an assist apiece. Benn has quietly put together a fine season with seven goals and 24 points in 26 games. With the Stars three points out of a playoff spot, they'll need their offensive star to carry the load. Erik Cole and Tomas Vincour had the other goals.

Jamie Benn providing leadership for the Stars | 03/19/2013 8:11 AM

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Jamie Benn has been providing leadership for the Dallas Stars of late.

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Benn had some tough words after the Stars 8-1 loss to the Blackhawks on Saturday and it impressed his teammates, including captain Brenden Morrow. "He shows more and more leadership every day," Morrow said. "And I think that was an example of it." Benn has 19 points in 22 games after an assist Monday. He is a must start in fantasy pools.

Jamie Benn gets assist Monday | 03/18/2013 11:20 PM

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Jamie Benn registered an assist in the Stars' 4-3 win over the Flames Monday night.

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The winger has been banged up with a wrist injury and a lower-body soreness of late but was still able to get on the scoresheet tonight. With the helper tonight, Benn now has 18 points in 21 games on the season.